Examines use of Title III/IV-C funds for implementation of innovative programs in North Carolina and those factors which contribute either to success or failure of a program. The extent to which the successful programs have been continued and/or shared and established in other schools within the system is also analyzed. (MER)

Describes how a system approach, often used in instructional systems design, was applied to the solution of a societal problem, i.e., how to enable small communities with limited resources to carry out successful substance abuse prevention programs involving training and education. Needs assessment is discussed and curriculum design is described.…

Guidelines for securing and maintaining local funding for computer-related projects include suggestions in the areas of establishing and maintaining project/school board relationships, encountering social and political factors, and defining guidelines for project implementation. Successes and failures of the MICA project are provided as…

A presentation of a linear planning model to be used in economics for education. (Author)